The objectives of this Code are to ensure:
Criminal Procedure Code
2015 English source edition · Current applicability not established.
English-language 2015 Ministry of Justice edition. Refworld catalogues the English text as an unofficial translation. Eri Atlas has not independently verified the translation or whether this text reflects later legal changes.
Article 2
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that a person accused of a crime is presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt;
that no person is subject to unwarranted investigation or prosecution;
a speedy and just process of investigation, prosecution and trial of any criminal offence and just punishment for any offender found guilty, all in accord with due process of law; and
that the interest of the public is represented and its participation in consciously fighting crimes encouraged in the criminal justice processes; and
obedience to the law and willingness to fight crime.